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U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)http://www.fda.govThe FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.

Nemours Health and Prevention Services (NHPS)http://www.nemours.org/service/preventive/nhps.htmlNHPS works with families and community partners to help kids grow up healthy, with a focus on childhood obesity prevention and emotional and behavioral health during early childhood.

ChooseMyPlate.govhttp://www.choosemyplate.govChooseMyPlate.gov provides practical information on how to follow the U.S. government's Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It includes resources and tools to help families lead healthier lives.

American Council on Exercise (ACE)http://www.acefitness.orgACE promotes active, healthy lifestyles by setting certification and education standards for fitness instructors and through ongoing public education about the importance of exercise.

National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP)http://ndep.nih.govNDEP is a partnership of the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and more than 200 public and private organizations. Its mission is to improve the treatment and outcomes for people with diabetes, to promote early diagnosis, and to prevent the onset of diabetes.